Geotags can even pin-point preferred, accessible entrances – or obstacles.

The technology to capture and distribute precise geotags already exists. What's lacking is the leadership and mandate for mappers to provide more precise destination targets and routing – for millions of smartphone users.

Our mission is to put precise-first navigation on every map in the world.

The solution is right above our heads

The global network of GPS satellites can pin-point any location on earth.

Smartphone apps make it possible to geotag a location precisely – accurate within a meter, then share that data with others, providing navigation to that precise spot.

What’s been missing is universal use of precise location in mapping, and implementation in smartphone apps, maps, and navigation.

Precise location can save your life

When seconds count in an emergency – precise location is vital.

Typical street addresses indicate a general area – not a precise spot. That can be frustrating when you try to find an entrance, apartment, or destination, only to discover that you may be hundreds of feet from your destination.

As geo addresses become more widely accepted – they’ll become your shortcut to precise locations for businesses, schools, hospitals, medical clinics, government offices, even parks and recreation areas. And they’ll work in browsers, maps, address books and contacts – you’ll even find them in advertising.

Latitude and longitude define destinations precisely

street addresses don’t come close for accuracy

Let’s define and navigate map locations precisely

Promote a precise-first standard for mapping

mappers should implement precise-first targeting for destinations

user searches provide the most accurate result first – with precise navigation

Collect and curate data

using precise GPS-aware applications on any smartphone or device

geotags enriched with common names, hours of operation, and other details

Data deployed by OSM

mappers worldwide use data from OpenStreetMap to update and enhance maps

data can be updated and available in minutes

New precise locations available to all users

user maps are refreshed automatically with location-precise data and navigation

Given the compelling need for safe and efficient access to all public buildings, institutions, and services:

That governments and public agencies at all levels adopt a policy of providing precise geolocation for all public entrances and access points.

Further, we urge mappers and map services to adopt and support 'precise first' technology for location and navigation on computers, smartphones, and other devices – enabling millions of Americans of all abilities to reach destinations, with greater accuracy, speed and safety.

The GeoGO Project is just one of the ways that we're helping the world become nicer, more peaceful and accessible.